Executive Council
October 23, 2015

Minister Pays Tribute to Labradorian, Malcom (Max) Winters

The Honourable Keith Russell, Minister of Labrador and Aboriginal Affairs, expressed condolences on the passing of Malcolm (Max) Winters who passed away yesterday (Thursday, October 22). Mr. Winters was well-known for his leadership, volunteerism and sporting contributions.

"It is with sadness we say goodbye to a true son of Labrador, a gentleman, and a man well respected by all who knew him. Mackie, as many of us called him, was important in developing recreation in Labrador, particularly with minor hockey and softball. His Inuit roots were deep and he was always a champion of the right of Inuit elders within and outside of the Nunatsiavut Government. Mackie had a profound perspective on Aboriginal culture and Labrador and his passing has left a great void in Labrador."
- The Honourable Keith Russell, Minister of Labrador and Aboriginal Affairs

Mr. Winters was born in Makkovik, Labrador and was responsible for and contributed to, many recreational projects and events. He organized, coached and officiated a large number of recreation and sport activities and was heavily involved in the Labrador Winter Games. As well, Mr. Winters was involved in the development of the EJ Broomfield Memorial Arena in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.

Mr. Winters also chaired a committee which established the Happy Valley-Goose Bay Ground Search and Rescue, participated on the Melville Hospital In-Service Committee, and had involvement in the Labrador Inuit Development Corporation. Mr. Winters is survived by his wife, their four children, and seven grandchildren.

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Media contact:

Vanessa Colman-Sadd Director of Communications Labrador and Aboriginal Affairs 709-729-1495, 682-6593 vanessacolmansadd@gov.nl.ca

2015 10 23                              5:10 p.m.